BASTILLE DAYS is open to the public July 8 - 11, 2010.  Hours are 11am to 11pm (with the exception of a 9pm close on Sunday the 11th.)  There is something for everyone at Bastille Days!

ON-STAGE ENTERTAINMENT

Bastille Days is known for it's diverse mix of performers, demonstrations and live music.  Each year there is a mix of Zydeco, Cajun, Rock, Blues and more presented on 4 stages.  Click on the links below to see the line-up for each stage.  This year's mainstage headliners include Paul Cebar Tomorrow Sound on July 8th, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band on July 9th, Lisa Haley and the Zydekats on July 10th and Cory Chisel and the Wandering Sons on July 11th.

CATHEDRAL SQUARE STAGE - SCHEDULE

MADISON MEDICAL BEAUX ARTS STAGE - SCHEDULE

AIRTRAN STAGE - SCHEDULE

GRUBER LAW OFFICES STAGE - SCHEDULE

STREET LEVEL PERFORMANCES

Entertainment surrounds the festival grounds at Bastille Days with roaming minstrels, stilt walkers, gypsies, posers, fire throwers, dare devils, painters and others who invite fest-goers to participate in their acts.

FRENCH MASS

Join in celebration at an authentic French mass held each year in St. John the Evangelist Cathedral on the Saturday of the Festival.  The Catholic mass is led by a French-speaking priest and features French hymns.

CHEF, WINE & CHEESE DEMONSTRATIONS

Experts from around the Milwaukee area bring their culinary expertise in food, wine and cheese to the festival daily. Enjoy samples, pick up tips, and learn the best pairings while meeting local chefs and foodies.  A festival favorite!

ALLIANCE FRACAISE CULTURE TENT

The Alliance Française de Milwaukee showcases a variety of merchandise from France including art, apparel and one-of-a-kind souvenirs. Simple French lessons are available several times daily to fest-goers. The Alliance de Française Milwaukee provides bilingual greeters, as well as information about French culture and customs and an opportunity to get your picture taken in front of a French back drop.

WAITER/WAITRESS RACE

The exciting Waiter/Waitress Race is an annual favorite on the Sunday of the Bastille Days Festival in Cathedral Square Park. This event brings teams from area restaurants to compete against one another through a challenging obstacle course carrying wine filled glasses and more.   2009 winning teams were Whisky Bar in 1st place, Louise's in 2nd place and The Knick in 3rd place.  Thank you to all the teams that participated.  If you want to sign up a team for this year, download the application HERE.